In 2002 the Yamaha was at more or less the same level as the Honda, better in some ways, worse in others. But in the winter of last year between 2002 and 2003, Honda made a big step forward and it seemed as if Yamaha couldn’t quite match that improvement.
VALENTINO ROSSII like physical exercise. I actually like sports in general. I really like snowboarding and playing soccer, too.
More Valentino Rossi Quotes
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To be a great motorbike racer, the most important thing is passion for the bike.
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I race to win. If I am on the bike or in a car it will always be the same.
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I feel 100% a Yamaha rider in my heart. I had a long career and raced with several factory bikes, but the highlight of my career is undoubtedly with Yamaha.
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I’m really happy, and beating Marc [Marquez] at the very last chicane gives me an extra boost.
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Barcelona is a special track. I have always loved the layout of the circuit, but also the atmosphere and the fans are special. It has always been good fun.
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If I test the car for a year I can be quite competitive the next season.
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I have so much respect for my opponents; many of them watched the races as little children and were supporting me!
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I am still here because I like to prove myself. I still like to ride the bike on track and enjoy the races. I still have good reasons to be in racing after so many years.
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Maybe if Graziano make another work or another sport I wouldn’t have had this passion to be a rider.
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I am focused on racing. I enjoy it. It’s a great feeling to be back fighting for the title.
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My approach to the races hasn’t changed in my 20-year career. If I have the chance to attack and to pass, I do it, trying to get the best possible result.
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I am able to ride the bike and think clearly about strategy and tyres. I also have positive thinking. I am very constructively critical.
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I’m very happy because I won a lot. I’ve won races and lived in a world that just gave me joy, so I remember it very positively.
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Our sport is dangerous. We risk the life out there, so we need to stay calm and focused and leave all the rest out.
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I’m done with F1 unfortunately. I’m too old, the train has passed.
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